Common Names:
* Snowshoe Hare: This is the most common and widely recognized name for the species.
* Varying Hare: This name refers to their ability to change color with the seasons.
* White Rabbit: This is a more general term, but it is often used to describe the snowshoe hare in its winter coat.
Scientific Names:
* Lepus americanus: This is the scientific name for the snowshoe hare.
* Lepus townsendii: This is the scientific name for the white-tailed jackrabbit, a similar species that also undergoes seasonal color changes.
Regional Names:
* Alaska Hare: This name is used in Alaska, where the snowshoe hare is common.
* Canadian Hare: This name is sometimes used in Canada, where the species is also abundant.
It's important to note that the "snow rabbit" is not a scientifically recognized name. The most accurate and scientifically correct term is snowshoe hare.